Bill Nighy Becomes Your Unexpected Advice Columnist You Never Knew You Needed
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Ill-Advised By Bill Nighy
Bill Nighy serves as the unexpected advisor you didn't realize was missing as he answers queries from the audience in his new show. It’s a laconic delight to hear his louche suggestions on topics ranging from applying lipstick to organizing a vinyl library. Wisdom is being dispensed – even with his humble disclaimers.
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First Conviction
Limerick native Ruth Negga narrates this audio series about a couple convicted of carrying out female genital mutilation on their young daughter. They were later cleared but there are continuing legal actions linked to the case. This delicate examination lays bare extensive, tragic failings by official bodies.
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Fela Kuti: Fear No Man
It’s hard not to be wowed by the line-up of individuals honoring one of the greatest African musicians ever in this program detailing his influence. Names like Ayo Edebiri, Barack Obama, Paul McCartney, Jay-Z, Flea … the highly passionate accolades accumulate. Then, you're taken aback by a gripping narrative about his rhythm pianist’s father being murdered for his beliefs – and how Kuti courageously supported his family. This is an engrossing, heartfelt life story.
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The Devil You Know
Think Cyndi Lauper, 80s fashion and, well … Satan! This podcast presented by Sarah Marshall skillfully balances between fun and historical account, as it examines how satanic panic shaped the 80s zeitgeist. Marshall delves into the individuals and items that helped it to snowball in that era and after, among them a controversial memoir.
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Hell in Heaven
A young, rich American couple move to Costa Rica to establish a wildlife sanctuary and their dream home. “One of them will end up dead and the other faced murder charges – three times,” says journalist Becky Milligan, introducing an astonishing series about the real story of what happened to Jon and Ann Bender in 2010 after they’d embarked on creating a utopia.
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